Notice of Publication Details For Cheyenne Post
The item records entry as second class matter dated September 6 1907 at Cheyenne Wyoming post office under the 1879 act.
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1908
Page
8
The item records entry as second class matter dated September 6 1907 at Cheyenne Wyoming post office under the 1879 act.
A collage of opinions and quips on national policy and politics. It notes the defeat of a western homestead bill, calls for more battleships, and comments on congressional behavior and press praise. A humorous verse and a Wyoming note about a newborn aid color the page.
A declaration from patriotic groups urging that Memorial Day remain sacred and free of holiday sports. It argues the day should honor fallen soldiers and the sacrifices that built a free, united nation, rather than host baseball or public games. It calls upon young people to reflect on patriotism and duty.
The notice highlights continuing influence in the state university by Gramm and critiques limited coverage of troubles. It discusses the appointment of Judge Gibson and implies ongoing political leverage within the institution.
The Leader argues Wyoming can become a major mining state soon, with iron, oil, coal, copper and gold deposits poised to drive wealth surpassing livestock. It invites prospectors to report new discoveries and camps, promising a mining department to inform miners and investors nationwide.
The Wheatland Times argues the current board corrupts the state university and vows to back new trustees Clark and Mr Coffeen if the breeders and barons are removed. It asserts the present majority controls policy and blocks progress, urging removal of entrenched influences.
The Springfield Republican editorial accuses Roosevelt of surrender to predatory wealth and hints at quiet peace treaties with Wall Street and railroad interests. It cites Harriman associates and the New Haven line, suggesting a Taft endorsement in exchange for political favors while noting White House pressure to unite the Republican camp.
The quoted passage questions how a president can balance Roosevelt style radical reform with the interests of Wall Street, describing the task as placing a heavy man in a difficult position and wondering how he will ride both horses to success.
Vice President W. C. Brown of the New York Central argues at a Chicago shippers meeting for higher freight rates to fund equipment purchases and labor wage increases. He urges raising prices of farm products and broader costs to stimulate general prosperity, ending with a call to raise everyone by their bootstraps.
Fort Collins Express questions the party's claimed record of action and cites Roosevelt's recommendations. It notes the party's self description as constructive with experienced lawmakers and asks why it does not implement Rooseveltian reforms.
A humorous strip features Jimmie and his grandfather over a small coin trade. Mrs Casey laments a bill, Pat’s pants cause laughter, and a bank clerk waiter mix up confusions. Observations from Chicago papers add light skepticism about local manners.
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